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The July 2022 issue of PM Engineer features a Rheem Commercial Tankless Rack System installed in a hotel mechanical room, a spot check on the commercial water heating market and much more!

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Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS) Heat2O system

Spot check on the commercial water heating market

Industry experts discuss most popular products, new proposed efficiency standards and the importance of energy efficiency and sustainability.
Nicole krawcke
Nicole Krawcke
July 13, 2022
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The commercial water heating market has options for building owners and facility managers when it comes to selecting equipment for their facilities — tank or tankless, gas models or electric — even heat pump water heaters are seeing growth in this space. So which is the most popular? Well, it all depends on who you ask.


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How premise plumbing affects water quality

How premise plumbing affects water quality

AWWA discusses current challenges and how its committees are working to provide solutions.
July 18, 2022
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Having completed its inaugural Water Quality Matters column series focusing on the theme, “Hot Topics in Water Quality,” the AWWA Water Quality and Technology Division’s committees look to extend the conversation by responding to a common question: “What keeps your committee members up at night?”


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HVAC piping systems

Christoph Lohr: Understanding the reasoning behind Hunter's Curve

Misunderstanding Roy
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Christoph Lohr
July 6, 2022
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After four grueling years at the Virginia Military Institute, upon graduation as an engineer, I decided to follow my own prudent path: I would find the best paying job in an area with the lowest cost of living that afforded me training opportunities. I knew myself well enough that I didn’t want to be stuck behind a desk; I desired interpersonal contact. I always aspired to be an engineering leader — and felt consulting would be the best route to that end.


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Ethan Grossman: Zen and the art of plumbing engineering

Understanding water chemistry while design all types of systems is paramount.
Ethan Grossman P.E., CPD
July 5, 2022
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Much of our learning in life comes from a consistent curiosity. Sometimes it can take years before we have an epiphany about something that may have puzzled us in the past. Experiencing that feeling of calm satisfaction wash over us after the initial spark of understanding is sometimes known as “Zen.”


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controller that measures and responds to temperature

John Siegenthaler: Sensor placement is critical to designing successful hydronic systems

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John Siegenthaler P.E.
July 1, 2022
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All hydronic systems designed around renewable energy heat sources — as well as those designed around conventional boilers — have at least one controller that measures and responds to temperature. Common examples are temperature setpoint controllers, outdoor reset controllers, mixing controllers and differential temperature controllers. Complex systems that operate in multiple modes, or use multiple heat sources, often have several temperature-based controllers.


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NIBCO ball valve
Product Focus: PVF

NIBCO ball valve

July 13, 2022
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The NIBCO 585HP, designed for commercial and industrial applications, allows for easier installation, adjustability and long service life, the company says.


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Mueller dedicated coupling
Product Focus: PVF

Mueller dedicated coupling

July 12, 2022
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The HYMAX Pro Dedicated Size Coupling, also known as flexible couplings, is engineered for new construction projects to provide an easy and safe means of joining same-size plain end pipes without the need for welding and/or special pipe fittings.


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Milwaukee Valve grooved-end butterfly valves
Product Focus: PVF

Milwaukee Valve grooved-end butterfly valves

July 11, 2022
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For installation into grooved piping systems, get hip to Milwaukee Valve’s grooved-end butterfly valve line — a fab addition to its existing high-performance and resilient-seated butterfly valve family, the company says.


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Bee Valve Push-in tube fittings
Product Focus: PVF

Bee Valve Push-in tube fittings

July 6, 2022
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Bee Valve Push-in fittings feature FDA/NSF compliance, are quick and easy to use and re-use, and are resistant to inorganic chemicals, oils, fats and synthetic detergents, the company says.


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Matco-Norca tapping valve
Product Focus: PVF

Matco-Norca tapping valve

July 1, 2022
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The new 225TV Tapping Valve is available in sizes 4"-12". This resilient wedge valve, with a 250 psi-rated water working pressure, has interior and exterior fusion bonded epoxy coating to AWWA C550 standards.


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